$269,900

288 Monroe St New Britain, CT 06052

$3,205
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,020 sqft
0.2 acres
$265 / sqft
House

Property details

About 288 Monroe St

Welcome to 288 Monroe Street - a quaint colonial situated on .21 acres. This home also features a fantastic OVERSIZED Double Wide one car garage (great rear workshop potential, Mancave) and ample off-street driveway parking!! The interior of this home has recently been painted throughout. The main level offers a kitchen with butcher block counter tops, a large farm sink and plenty of recessed lighting; additionally a renovated 1/2 bath, living room & dining room with hardwood floors, large cozy enclosed front porch to enjoy your morning coffee, and also enclosed rear porch - all complete the main level. The second level offers a remodeled full bath and 2 bedrooms (town lists 3 bedrooms - current owner opened third to combine and create a larger main bedroom)- Can be brought back to a 3 bedroom if needed. Once you step outside, you have entered a gardener's paradise which includes a nice sized Greenhouse, and as you tour the rest of the exterior surroundings there are multiple varieties of perennial plants/flowers/berries that the seller has provided an impressive list of names to appreciate (in MLS attachments). This home also offers Natural Gas Heat, and is located close to historic Walnut Hill Park, as well as being close to highways/shopping/restaurants/hospital and more.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
Size1,020 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.21 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached Garage
MLS #24087622
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Detached Garage
  • Exterior: Porch-Enclosed, Porch, Garden Area
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $269,900
  • Price/SqFt: $264
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,490
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Monroe Street
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Living Area: 1,020 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
  • MLS Number: 24087622
  • Office Name: Homes Plus of Connecticut
  • Office Phone: (860) 828-0060
  • Office Email: wendihomesplus@aol.com
  • Listing Agent: Wendi Zuk

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 28, 2016
Home Sold
$52,324
Apr 11, 2005
Home Sold
$116,001
Apr 14, 2000
Home Sold
$88,000
Mar 12, 1992
Home Sold
$37,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$138,670$5,490
2023$138,670$5,308
2022$88,270$4,369
2021$88,270$4,369
2020$88,270$4,458
2019$88,270$4,458

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Vance Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

183 Vance St

3

Northend Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

160 Bassett St

3

Lincoln Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

145 Steele St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,621. Most New Britain, CT residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

55%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • SoccerSoccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MazdaMazda
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 288 Monroe St

The listing price of 288 Monroe St property is $269,900.

The property 288 Monroe St is a house located in New Britain, Connecticut, 06052.

Active Listing: 288 Monroe St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 288 Monroe St are: Vance Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Northend Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Slade Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), House of Arts Letters and Science (Hals) Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Pulaski Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), New Britain High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Crec Medical Professions and Teacher Preparation Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), E. C. Goodwin Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,490 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on July 28, 2016 for $52,324 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 288 Monroe St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 288 Monroe St is 1,020 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 288 Monroe St is 1920.

This home is located at 288 Monroe St in New Britain, CT and zip code 06052. This 1,020 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $269,900.

While more than 24 listings in New Britain, CT in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 8 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, New Britain, CT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.7%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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